A caregiver assists an elderly woman in a wheelchair while they are outside on a sunny path surrounded by greenery.
A caregiver assists an elderly woman in a wheelchair while they are outside on a sunny path surrounded by greenery.

Franciscan Health Center

Faith-based Skilled Nursing in Duluth, Minnesota

Experience a Comprehensive Suite of Skilled Care at Franciscan Health Center

Building a vibrant, healing community around compassion and care

Welcome to Franciscan Health Center, located in Duluth’s Park Point neighborhood. Here, we provide exceptional faith-based skilled nursing, short-term and long-term rehabilitation services, and hospice care for seniors in and around Duluth. Our compassionate care team is dedicated to creating a meaningful, vibrant community atmosphere where residents can restore the body, mind, and spirit.

Our care center delivers traditional nursing home services. It is also our aim to deliver truly unique community experiences. Whether you or your loved one are here for a short-term or long-term stay, our helpful staff, personalized approach, and comfortable, welcoming atmosphere will make you feel right at home!

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Franciscan Health Center

Our Medicare/Medicaid-certified community is part of the St. Francis Health Services family of care centers and senior living communities, a trusted name in Minnesota senior living. Our comprehensive suite of care includes:

  • Memory Care for Alzheimer’s and related dementias
  • Hospice Care
  • Respite Care

  • Spiritual Care

  • Social Services

  • Restorative Services

  • Medication Management

  • Outpatient Therapy, including physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy services provided by Big Stone Therapy
  • Wound Therapy
  • Ostomy Care

  • X-ray Services

  • Senior Rehabilitation Services

Franciscan Health Center Services and Amenities

Resources to support residents’ physical, spiritual, and emotional wellbeing

Find your own personal peace of mind at Franciscan Health Center! In addition to superior medical care, our supportive, homelike setting in Duluth’s Park Point neighborhood offers stunning outdoor views, frequent opportunities to connect and socialize, and a range of amenities and services tailored to your individual needs.

  • Beautiful views overlooking St. Louis Bay and Lake Superior
  • Assistance with activities of daily living, including getting out of bed, bathing, feeding, and dressing
  • Creative community design, featuring unique house fronts, a large common area, and volunteer-sponsored gift shop
  • Comfortable, private rooms with cable TV and private phone available
  • Team of licensed nurses managed by a physician available 24/7
  • Spiritual Care community offering religious services for your spiritual well-being
  • Pleasant dining experience serving meals designed to meet your nutritional and dietary needs
  • Regularly scheduled programs including social events, wellness programming, and activities like bingo, current events, music therapy, community outings, and shopping
  • An on-site cosmetology station featuring a beauty and barbershop

Testimonials from Franciscan Health Center Residents and Families